Thermoplastics

Thermoplastics are a versatile material that can be machined and recycled without affecting their chemical structure. Thermoplastics are excellent for wear parts to advanced machine components. With the right type of thermoplastic, products can become lighter, smoother and more durable.

Fluorescent 500 plastic

Fluorosint HPV

PVC-C

PVC-U

POM-C plastic

POM-H plastic

POM-H TF plastic

POM-C MD FG plastic

Polyamide (PA) 4.6 plastic

Polyamide (PA) 6 plastic

Termoplast är en typ av plast som mjuknar eller smälter när den värms upp och kan formas till olika former. När den kyls ner stelnar den. Denna process kan upprepas många gånger utan att materialets egenskaper försämras. Termoplaster används i en mängd olika produkter tack vare sin formbarhet och återanvändbarhet. Några vanliga användningsområden inkluderar: * **Förpackningar:** Flaskor, behållare, film och påsar. * **Textilier:** Konstgjorda fibrer som polyester och nylon. * **Elektronik:** Kablar, kontakter och höljen till elektroniska apparater. * **Fordon:** Bildelar som stötfångare, instrumentpaneler och interiördelar. * **Byggmaterial:** Rör, fönsterprofiler och isolering. * **Le eksaker och hushållsartiklar:** Köksredskap, leksaker och möbler. Vanliga typer av termoplaster är polyetylen (PE), polypropen (PP), polyvinylklorid (PVC), polystyren (PS) och polyetylentereftalat (PET).

What distinguishes thermoplastics from other plastics, such as thermosets, is that they can be heated, shaped, and cooled without their fundamental structure changing. Thermoplastics can be offered as regrind, meaning recycled thermoplastic, and are therefore often a sustainable and resource-efficient solution.

Thermoplastics are used across many industries in various types of products. In industry, thermoplastic is the obvious choice for machine parts and wear parts that have high requirements for strength, precision, and formability.

Two main groups within thermoplastics

  • Amorphous thermoplastics are disorganised molecular structures. This makes the material transparent in its basic form with good colourability. Furthermore, amorphous thermoplastics have good dimensional stability and high impact strength, and are resistant to higher temperatures. They are easy to process and are often used in parts that require precise shape and appearance.

  • Crystalline thermoplastics essentially have a structured molecular design that provides high wear resistance, mechanical impact strength, and higher chemical resistance, making them suitable for components that are frequently subjected to high stresses, such as gears, bearings, and bushings.

Typical properties of our thermoplastics

High wear resistance

Since thermoplastics have the ability to resist abrasion and mechanical wear, the material is often used in production for moving parts and components used in demanding industrial environments. This contributes to a longer lifespan and reduced maintenance requirements over time.

Light weight and good formability

The material is significantly lighter than metals and thermosets. This means that constructions can be made both lighter and more energy-efficient. At the same time, thermoplastics have excellent machinability, which creates great freedom when it comes to design and function.

Chemical and corrosion resistance

Many thermoplastics can also withstand contact with oils, solvents, fuels, and other chemicals without being affected in terms of shape or function. This means they are often used for components in harsh environments, such as the process industry, food production, and water treatment.

Recycled plastic provides environmentally friendly products

Because thermoplastics can be melted down again without losing their fundamental properties, the material is also a suitable option from a resource and environmental perspective. Waste can be reused to create recycled plastic, known as regranulate, without compromising on quality or function. Therefore, thermoplastic is a future-proof material for companies that wish to place great importance on performance with sustainability requirements.

We'll help you find the right thermoplastic

Different applications require different properties, and choosing the right material can make a major difference in terms of lifespan, functionality, and cost. Carlsson & Möller has extensive experience in engineering plastics and will gladly help you select the right grade of polycarbonate for your design, environment, and requirements.

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